Don't Miss Out on These Amazing Smoked Ribs!

pork ribs

🥗Healthier: turkey ribs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Turkey ribs are leaner, while pork shoulder is often more affordable.

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade barbecue sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup with spices

Homemade sauce can be lower in sugar, while ketchup is budget-friendly.

Wash the ribs under water to clean off any blood.

Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.

Trim off any excess meat or fat from the ribs to keep them uniform.

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs.

Apply a thin layer of yellow mustard as a binder on the ribs.

Sprinkle barbecue rub evenly over the ribs, ensuring all sides are coated.

Place the seasoned ribs in a pan and let them sit for a while.

Preheat the pellet grill to 275°F.

Arrange the ribs on the grill with the bone side down, compacting them to keep them square.

Check the ribs after one hour and rotate their positions on the grill if needed.

Use a spritz bottle filled with Dr Pepper to moisten the ribs during cooking.

Cooking Techniques

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